Description

2-Acetyl-4-tert-Butylcyclohexan-1-One is a high-purity, specialized ketone derivative with a distinct molecular structure. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its ability to introduce both acetyl and bulky tert-butyl substituents onto a cyclohexanone framework. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical developers, and fine chemical manufacturers for creating novel compounds in areas such as fragrance chemistry and material science.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: A key starting material for synthesizing complex musks and other specialty aroma chemicals due to its unique structural features.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a crucial building block in the development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Organic Synthesis: Used as a versatile intermediate for constructing more complex molecules in academic and industrial research laboratories.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in the synthesis of novel pesticides and herbicides where specific steric and electronic properties are required.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier in the creation of specialized polymers and advanced materials.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Acetyl-4-tert-Butylcyclohexan-1-One
CAS No.	19980-50-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₀O₂
Molecular Weight	196.29 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Acetyl-4-tert-butylcyclohexanone; 4-tert-Butyl-2-acetylcyclohexanone; 1-(4-tert-Butyl-2-oxocyclohexyl)ethanone; 2-Acetyl-4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)cyclohexanone; Musk Ketone Intermediate; CAS 19980-50-8
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Acetyl-4-tert-Butylcyclohexan-1-One is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, providing full traceability and compliance with your internal quality standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.